CPSC, Haier America Trading LLC Announce Recall of Oscillating Electric Tower Fans

Recalled November 22, 2005 · CPSC recall 06037 · Haier America Trading

Hazard

Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.

Units

About 150,000

Incidents / injuries

Haier has received eight reports of fires or flames associated with this electric fan, including minor property damage and one report of minor burns.

Description

This recall involves a Haier oscillating electric tower fan, model FTM140GG. The gray tower fan has three speed settings and a 120-minute shut-off timer. "Haier" is printed on a silver label near the top of the front of the tower. The model number is printed on the lower back of the fan. No other Haier fans are included in this recall.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Haier toll-free at (877) 337-3639 anytime or email the firm at [email protected]

Product

Oscillating Electric Tower Fan

Manufacturer(s)

Metropolitan Electrical Appliance Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong

Distributed by

Haier America Trading LLC, of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

Discount department stores nationwide from February 2004 through November 2005 for between $20 and $30.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →